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moonrise.

Sit down, be humble.

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Courtney Brandt
Jan 23, 2022
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Having seen moonrise xyz (do I capitalize moonrise? I honestly don’t know) across my social media over the past few months, I was intrigued by the restaurant. A tasting menu? Check (although the establishment claims it’s more of an omakase). Food from a new chef? Check. Beautiful views? Also check. Although many other foodies in Dubai have enjoyed the restaurant, I wanted to visit and form my own opinion. Thus, when the team reached out to me, I was delighted to say yes.

Sure, I could go into each dish, but food is subjective. And honestly, who doesn’t love a pros and cons list?

Pros

  • Cool space. Give me more of a smaller-style restaurant in Dubai! Eight seats? I love it! The ‘bar’ seating allows for an intimate experience that is so lacking in the city. Also, the views from the rooftop are nothing short of stunning.

  • Unique food. While I might have some disagreements about the order of the current menu or my personal preference on ‘overdoing’ a few dishes, overall, Chef Souleman certainly…

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